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Any thing that can help with extreme fatigue?

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I am now at over 600 on my PSA. Started Lynparza 3 week ago. Started some palliative radiation today so I know the fatigue will get worse. Is anyone finding anything that will help the fatigue?

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mrscruffy

Working out works for me. I also eat light with minimal red meat. Works for me

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LearnAll

To overcome fatigue..The two things work for many men are (1) Regular physical exercise very day like 4 mile walk a day plus some resistance exercises and streching) (2) Lots of colored vegetables and foods in each meal.

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London441

Exercise works, especially weight lifting.

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SteveTheJ

Provigil is a medication you should ask about. It's helped me a lot. Good luck!

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MateoBeach

If all labs are okay, then Provigil is worth considering. Or dexmethylphenidate 5 mg while on this trial. Tell doctor if you are having difficulty staying focused.

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Provigil has helped but it affects the Lynparza on effectiveness. So I try to keep it for times I have to be at my best in my business.

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CAMPSOUPS

I'm not an expert but:PSA 600, palliative radiation. Sound like cancer is wearing you down.

You are probably fairly fatigued. Add the fatigue side effect of Lynparza and it is just exaggerated.

Even if you could start a good weight lifting, exercising regime today it will take awhile for the benefits.

Looks to me like the consideration mentioned by MateoBeach would suit you now.

It seems like he is the only one who actually thought about what you are probably going thru at this moment.

Look into getting into excercise when you are able. Or as soon as you are able.

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j-o-h-n

Chocolate chip ice cream (two scoops)....

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n Tuesday 03/29/2022 7:22 PM DST

in reply to j-o-h-n

I might have to try chocolate chip the butter pecan 2 scoops hasn’t worked….

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j-o-h-n in reply to

You know? Butter pecan.....before the chocolate chip..... not a bad idea..... Never thought of that....Thank you...(now I have to find a way to sneak it pass the boss - she'll kill me)......

Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.

j-o-h-n Wednesday 03/30/2022 11:19 AM EST

Great information I know my MO is not checking my thyroid. Thank you.

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